A recent decision by the Pennsylvania Board of Finance and Revenue (BFR) has left a taxpayer feeling victorious. The BFR told the Department of Revenue to take another look at the taxpayer's account and lower the tax bill. The big question was whether the taxpayer was actually living in Pennsylvania
A crucial decision is coming up for President Donald Trump: selecting the next chair of the Federal Reserve. This isn't just any decision; it's a big deal because the Fed's actions impact everyone, from individuals taking out loans to businesses investing in growth. The Fed is supposed to be indepe
The cannabis world is buzzing with talk that Donald Trump might change how marijuana is seen by the federal government. Right now, the law puts pot in the same category as drugs that are super addictive and have no medical use. But if Trump makes a move, that could change. Some people in the cannab
Narges Mohammadi, a well-known human rights activist, has reportedly been arrested again in Iran. This time, it happened after she spoke out about the mysterious death of lawyer Khosrow Alikordi at his memorial service in Mashhad. The Iranian government hasn't officially confirmed her arrest yet. Ho
Crypto trading has been on a rollercoaster. Volumes have dropped a lot. They are now at $250 billion. This is way less than the $500 billion seen in early November. Some days, volumes even dipped below $200 billion. This hasn't happened in a while. This slowdown is not new. It has happened before i
Texas has made a bold move into the world of cryptocurrency. The state has invested $5 million in a bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF). This is a big deal because it could be the start of something new: a state-run crypto reserve. But it's not just about the money. It's about what this could mean fo
John Mankey Riggs, a name not widely known today, was a pioneer in the dental field. Born in Connecticut, he initially set out to become a church minister. However, he switched paths and enrolled at Jefferson Medical College. After a year, he left the college and became an apprentice to dentist Hora
In the heart of western Washington, the Skagit River has been pushing its limits, testing the strength of levees that have stood since the last big flood in 2021. The river, swollen by relentless rain, reached a record height of nearly 38 feet, putting the town of Burlington and its 9, 200 residents
In a small town like Palmer Lake, Colorado, politics can be intense. Recently, three officials stepped down from their roles. One of them, Michael Boyett, a former trustee, said his heart doctor told him to quit politics. Boyett had a heart procedure in November. He believes the stress from his job
South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak, with 114 confirmed cases as of December 10. Most of these cases are in the upstate region, and nearly all of them are in unvaccinated people. The state's health officials have put 254 people in quarantine, including 16 in isolation. The outbreak
